Stock Options Analysis and Unusual Activity

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•  10 Mar 2025
 

Today options activity underscores the continued influence of institutional investors in shaping market sentiment. While some names saw bullish enthusiasm, others reflected growing caution, particularly in sectors sensitive to macroeconomic shifts.

Abbott Laboratories ($ABT) saw a wave of bullish options trades today, with 70% of the detected 10 trades leaning positive. The total value of call options reached $453,044 compared to $101,085 in puts. This level of optimism from high-stake investors suggests confidence in Abbott’s near-term prospects, potentially signaling upcoming positive developments for the healthcare giant.

AST SpaceMobile ($ASTS) caught the attention of institutional-level traders, with an unusually large bearish bet placed. The lack of clarity on whether these moves stem from hedge funds or private investors adds an element of intrigue, as significant bearish positioning often hints at insider knowledge of forthcoming events.

Boeing ($BA) saw one of the most substantial options moves of the day, with 94 notable trades. While 36% of traders leaned bullish, a larger 48% held bearish sentiment. The weight of put options exceeded calls, with $4.02 million in put contracts versus $3.37 million in calls. This imbalance suggests growing concern over Boeing’s near-term performance, perhaps reflecting broader worries about the aerospace sector.

Constellation Energy ($CEG) experienced a strong bearish wave, with $6.15 million flowing into put contracts compared to just $1.22 million in calls. The 60 observed trades showed that 48% of traders anticipated a downturn, reinforcing skepticism in the energy provider’s near-term trajectory.

Confluent ($CFLT) displayed notable bullish momentum, with 63% of the 11 unusual trades skewing positive. Call options significantly outweighed puts, with $554,231 in calls compared to $415,962 in put options. The increase in open interest suggests institutional investors may be positioning for a strong upside move.

Capital One Financial ($COF) was another standout in options activity today, with deep-pocketed investors taking a bullish stance. While the identities behind these trades remain unknown, the magnitude of call option activity indicates expectations of a strong move upward, possibly in response to macroeconomic conditions or an anticipated earnings beat.

Core Scientific ($CORZ) witnessed heightened options interest, with 41 trades suggesting a bullish tilt. Calls were the dominant play, totaling $1.21 million against $524,499 in puts. The positioning reflects institutional confidence in the crypto-focused company, potentially tied to Bitcoin’s recent volatility.

Cisco Systems ($CSCO) presented an even split, with both bullish and bearish traders taking positions. Of the eight trades observed, 50% were calls and 50% were puts, with calls valued at $562,562 versus $81,545 in puts. This relatively neutral sentiment suggests market participants are waiting for a clearer directional move.

Walt Disney ($DIS) saw strong options action, with 29 large-scale trades revealing a slightly bullish lean. While 41% of traders went bearish, 44% placed bullish bets. The call-to-put ratio shows an interesting discrepancy: $1.15 million in put contracts versus $568,983 in calls. This suggests mixed expectations, possibly tied to ongoing corporate restructuring efforts.

DraftKings ($DKNG) attracted a bullish wave, with 54% of traders betting on upside movement. Calls totaled $452,734 against $825,931 in puts, signaling confidence in the stock’s resilience despite recent market fluctuations.

Estee Lauder ($EL) saw an influx of bullish options trades, though the motives behind these large bets remain unclear. With notable calls spotted in the options chain, investors appear to be positioning for a potential rebound.

Fiserv ($FI) experienced a bearish tilt, with 66% of traders positioning for downside movement. Puts totaled $279,410 compared to just $85,850 in call options, suggesting concerns over upcoming earnings or broader financial sector headwinds.

Robinhood Markets ($HOOD) saw a flood of unusual options trades, with 75 transactions recorded. While 48% were bullish, 40% reflected bearish sentiment. Calls overwhelmingly dominated, totaling $4.54 million versus $838,514 in put contracts, indicating that traders anticipate upside in the online brokerage’s stock.

Li Auto ($LI) attracted large bearish bets, raising questions about potential downside catalysts for the Chinese EV maker. The size of these trades suggests institutional skepticism about the company’s short-term growth trajectory.

Lockheed Martin ($LMT) exhibited strong bullish sentiment, with 67% of options traders favoring upside. Calls significantly outweighed puts, totaling $866,522 versus $472,659, hinting at expectations of a positive catalyst ahead.

Pinterest ($PINS) saw bullish positioning dominate the options market, with 57% of traders expecting a rise in share price. However, a notable chunk of bearish bets (28%) suggests some hesitation about the stock’s near-term trajectory.

Visa ($V) showed bearish momentum, with 47% of traders placing bets against the stock. The value of put contracts neared $586,620 compared to $809,633 in calls, indicating institutional investors may be hedging against downside risk.

Vertiv Holdings ($VRT) witnessed heavy bearish positioning, indicating large-scale investors see downside potential. Whether this is related to sector trends or company-specific developments remains to be seen.